The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stansted Airport (SSD) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 86 km
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2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h38 | 08:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h03 | 08:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h00 | 10:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h01 | 11:29 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by coach or train
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Why should you book Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Abellio Greater Anglia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Abellio Greater Anglia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Tube, Southern or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Abellio Greater Anglia with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Tube, Southern or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:11 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, Tube, Southern, Thameslink from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, Tube, Southern, Thameslink trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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